Episode 62

Moose
Written By Ron Hayes

This episode is dedicated to the tallest land mammal in North America: the moose. Mark, Jason, and Ron delve into the fascinating world of moose, including their vocalizations and behaviours, along with some of the odd features of this species that make it stand out amongst the crowd. There’s light-hearted banter and insightful discussions about moose subspecies. They discuss the size differences between various moose subspecies, particularly the Shiras and Alaska-Yukon moose, and share insights from Mark's award-winning book on moose. The conversation also covers techniques for photographing moose in their natural habitats, the dynamics of moose sparring, and he challenges of capturing the perfect shot. Mark discusses images that sell the best from his 30 years of experience and also explores innovative solutions to outdoor challenges that many photographers face when trying to capture images of moose during different times of the year.  As they look ahead to future adventures, the hosts emphasize the joy and privilege of wildlife photography and the stories that come with it.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Preparing for the Adventure

  • 02:59 Excitement for Bear Camp

  • 05:59 Moose: The Majestic Creatures

  • 11:59 Vocalizations and Sounds of Moose

  • 17:58 Moose Behavior and Interactions

  • 21:01 The Deliberate Nature of Moose Behavior

  • 22:04 Moose Communication and Sounds

  • 23:39 Size Comparison: Chirus vs. Alaskan Moose

  • 25:41 Breeding Biology and Rutting Behavior

  • 27:15 Mark's Award-Winning Moose Book

  • 29:41 Comparative Moose Species: North America vs. Europe

  • 32:09 Photographing Moose: Techniques and Strategies

  • 41:01 Moose Sparring and Behavior Dynamics

  • 47:02 Environmental Portraits: Moose in Their Habitat

  • 52:36 Personal Moose Encounters and Stories

  • 01:07:18 The Challenge of Choosing Favorites

  • 01:08:00 Memorable Wildlife Encounters

  • 01:10:00 Adventures in Alaska

  • 01:12:46 The Thrill of the Chase

  • 01:15:59 Innovative Solutions in the Field

  • 01:19:07 Reflections on Moose Photography

  • 01:22:08 Unexpected Wildlife Encounters

  • 01:25:01 The Art of Wildlife Observation

  • 01:28:15 Comparing Moose and Elk

  • 01:30:01 The Journey of a Wildlife Photographer

  • 01:34:00 Looking Ahead to Future Adventures

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